Certificate IV in Digital and Interactive Games

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National code: ICT40915 Certificate (TAFE) Hawthorn Send me a link to this course

The Certificate IV in Digital and Interactive Games is suitable for those who want to learn game theory and how to create interactive games, 3D characters, environments, and games assets and user interfaces. Students also learn 2D concept art and animation, game development, programming in the Unreal game engine, and game design documentation. The course provides students with the skills and knowledge to become concept artists, 3D modellers, 2D and 3D animators, and game developers. Students will also be prepared to progress to further study in interactive games.

Our key industry partners are Two Moos and Two Bulls games development company.

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The next intake for this course is March 2021.
Please note, there is no 2020 intake.

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Duration

1 year full-time or equivalent part-time

Intakes

Hawthorn (March) - View application and start dates

Study mode

Full-time

VTAC course code

3400277394
Hawthorn (fee type determined by provider)

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.

Course information in detail

- Course detail, course structure and units of study.

Course description

The Certificate IV in Digital and Interactive Games is suitable for those who want to learn game theory and how to create interactive games, 3D characters, environments, and games assets and user interfaces. Students also learn 2D concept art, 2D and 3D animation, game development, programming in the Unreal game engine, and game design documentation. The course provides students with the skills and knowledge to become concept artists, 3D modellers, animators, and game developers.

Our key industry partners are Two Moos and Two Bulls games development company.

Course structure

Students are required to complete 16 units (four core units and 12 electives).

Units of study

Core units

Participate effectively in WHS communication and consultation processes (BSBWHS304)

Produce an interactive game (ICTGAM401)

Contribute to copyright, ethics and privacy in an ICT environment (ICTICT418)

Work effectively in the digital media industry (ICTICT419)

Elective units

Produce computer aided drawings (CUAACD302)

Create 3D digital animations (CUAANM302)

Create 3D digital models (CUAANM303)

Develop drawing skills (CUADRA201)

Develop and discuss ideas for own creative work (CUAPPR405)

Produce interactive animation (ICTDMT402)

Design and apply simple texture (ICTGAM302)

Identify and apply principles of game design and game playing (ICTGAM402)

Create design documents for interactive games (ICTGAM403)

Develop 3-D components for interactive games (ICTGAM410)

Design interactive media (ICTGAM412)

Use a library or pre-existing components (ICTPRG413)

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities and course aims and objectives.

Career opportunities

This course provides skills for students wanting to continue their studies in information technology. The career opportunities that may follow from this training are in the fields of game design, 3D modelling, and animation.

Participants in this program will achieve the skills required to be game developers and 3D game artists.

Aims and objectives

This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for individuals to become game designers and developers.

Pathways and scholarships

- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.

Scholarships

At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students. Find out more about scholarships.

Credit

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about RPL.

Course fees and requirements

- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Course fees

Certificate IV in Digital and Interactive Games Estimated course fees for 2021*
Total Cost (GST Free)	$8,830	$3,520	$704

Estimated course fees for 2021*

Course fee options

Full course fee

Skills First Government-subsidised place

Concession rate

Total Cost (GST Free)

$8,830

$3,520

$704

Please note: Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2020 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.

This course is delivered with state government funding.

Skills First Government-subsidised place
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.

Concession rates for vocational students
You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession if you meet the eligibility criteria. Concession rates usually provide eligible students with a discount on Swinburne’s standard tuition fees for a range of vocational education (TAFE) qualifications.

Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available to Aboriginals or Torres Strait Islanders or Youth Concession students enrolled prior to 1 July 2012 and continuing the same course in 2013.

The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.

Full course fee
If you are not granted a government-subsidised place, you will be eligible for the full course fee. Check your eligibility now.

Indicative nominal course hours: 755.

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Entry requirements

Entry into this program is based on an applicant’s study and/or relevant work history. Some additional criteria may also apply.

Applicants without formal qualifications but with significant relevant work experience are welcome to apply.

How to apply

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